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PATRICIA RAKOSNIK Obituary

Patricia J. Rakosnik, nee Schuler, age 66, at peace May 6, 2011. Beloved wife of Don for 19 years; loving mother of Rebecca (Rich) Matkins and Gregg (Chris) Bartlett; devoted grandmother of Libby and Kate Matkins and Abbey, Jake, and Nikki Bartlett; dear daughter-in-law of Gerri Rakosnik; cherished sister of Bob (Laura) Schuler,Kathleen (Chuck) Vergan; and sister-in-law of Ron (Leanne) Rakosnik; dear aunt of Christy, Rob, Kelly, Micheal, Kailey, and Lindsey. Pat worked for the Lombard Park District for over 20 years. A memorial gathering will be held Saturday, May 14, 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd., (three blks. s. of Roosevelt Rd.) Lombard. Interment Mt. Emblem Cemetery. Memorials to The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, IL, are appreciated. For info call 630-932-1500.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 12, 2011.

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May 17, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss.
Sylvia Rakosnik
Randy & Lori Rakosnik

Caryl Williams

May 13, 2011

Dear Don, Becky & Greg,

We were so sorry to hear about Pat - what a wonderful person she was. Even during her illness she was always looking on the bright side.

Linda Traina

May 13, 2011

Dear Don, Becky, and Greg,
I am very sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person. Pat will be missed by many, even the friends like me, who had not been in contact with her for years until about 6 months ago. She was always on my mind and in my prayers. I am mostly sorry that we did not have the chance to get together as discussed many months ago. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Love and prayers to you and your family, Linda & Allison

Margaret Jelenski

May 12, 2011

Dear Don, Becky, Greg and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you. Pat was more than we could ever ask for of a friend and neighbor. Her sense of humor and great energy always filled our summers (and even winters) with great joy in the backyards of our homes. There will be a huge emptiness this year without Pat's friendly smile, helping hand and loving personality. May you find peace and comfort through the wonderful memories shared with an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend.

With love,
Margaret, Lech, Anna, Jan, & Michael

May 12, 2011

Donny-
We are so sorry for your loss-you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Jeanna Deuberry

Margaret McDonnell

May 11, 2011

Dear Don, Becky, and Greg,
So sorry for your loss, Pat was such a bright spot in the world. She knew how to laugh and love to the fullest. She was one of those people who could brighten your day with a smile. May your loving memories bring you comfort.

May 10, 2011

Don and family: Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow. May God's assurance and grace, be with you all-
Eric, Laura and Devon Ferguson

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